The Community Empowerment Fund (CEF) is a non-profit organization serving Durham and Orange Counties in North Carolina, dedicated to cultivating opportunities and assets that support individuals in transitioning out of homelessness and poverty. Established in 2009, CEF offers person-centered support, financial education, and asset-building tools to help individuals experiencing housing insecurity.
CEF's mission focuses on reducing the racial wealth gap through a combination of one-on-one support from trained Advocates, financial services, and community collaboration. By empowering Members to secure housing, gain employment, and build savings, CEF works towards sustainable transitions out of poverty while addressing systemic causes of homelessness and poverty.
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